Exercise Sheets for All-Weather Riding

Choosing the Right Exercise Sheet

The right exercise rug ensures your horse stays comfortable during warm-up, cool-down or wet-weather riding. Here's how to choose:

Wet & Windy Days:
A waterproof exercise sheet is ideal for hacking or schooling in the rain. Look for breathable outer fabrics and quick-release fastenings.

Cold Mornings:
Choose a fleece-lined quarter sheet to keep back muscles warm and help prevent stiffness. These are especially useful in warm-up or cool-down phases.

Staying Safe & Visible:
Hi-viz exercise sheets with reflective strips help keep you visible to others. Wearing hi-viz gear and lights is essential for all riders on or off-road, day or night, in any weather. It enhances your visibility to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, helping prevent accidents. Hi-viz also makes a difference off-road. It helps dog walkers, runners, and even low-flying aircraft spot you sooner. In the event of a fall while hacking in open countryside, being visible can speed up assistance and reduce the risk of serious injury.

Recovery & Muscle Support:
For pre- and post-exercise, infrared therapy rugs like the Protechmasta quarter sheet help gently increase circulation and reduce recovery time.
Still unsure? Read our guide to choosing the right horse rug or contact our expert team.

Behind the Design: Expert-Tested Quarter Rugs

At Harry Hall, every exercise sheet is tested by real riders in real conditions. From waterproofing to fit, we refine every detail to ensure the best for your horse.

“As riders ourselves, we know how tough training can be in cold and wet conditions. That’s why our exercise and quarter sheets are designed with practicality at the forefront, keeping muscles warm, technical fabrics to shield from the elements, and allowing full freedom of movement. Every detail is shaped by real lived experience.”
Alice Ross-Parry, Rug Design Lead at Harry Hall

Why Riders Choose Harry Hall Exercise Sheets

- Trusted brands like Masta and Protechmasta
- Fleece-lined and waterproof options for all weather
- Infrared therapy rugs for recovery and circulation
- Hi-viz designs for visibility and safety
- Easy on/off without removing the saddle
- Available in sizes from pony to full

Exercise Sheets FAQs

What’s the difference between a quarter sheet and a wraparound exercise sheet?
A quarter sheet covers just the horse’s hindquarters, while a wraparound sheet offers full body coverage, often secured with Velcro or buckles. Wraparound sheets are useful for very cold or wet conditions and can usually be removed without unsaddling, as they can be worn over or under the rider's legs.

Are exercise sheets safe to use on the road?
Yes, especially hi-viz exercise sheets with reflective strips. These are specifically designed for increased visibility in low light or when riding near traffic.

Can I use a therapy rug as an exercise sheet?
Yes, some therapy rugs like the Protechmasta quarter sheet are great for warming up and cooling down. They help to gently warm up the horse’s muscles using infrared technology and can support recovery and flexibility.

Do exercise sheets come in pony sizes?
Yes, most exercise sheets from Harry Hall are available in sizes from pony to full horse. Be sure to check the size guide to ensure the right fit for your horse or pony.